1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 357 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
